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That the government's powers comes from the people.
Checks and balances
supreme court is granted power to overturn congressional laws that violate constitution. the courts however should exercise judicial constrain while doing that, to ensure the do not injure the principle of separation of power. usually they all restrain themselves to comparing whether the new law contradict the establishment clauses which would require a referendum, or the wording and legal process was followed. This ensures congress is checked.
Not really decorated in that sense as making them look "good" i guess, but they were mostly leather bound and covered in tar to help preserve the wood.
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They have the ability to enforce law, the president only gives suggestions about new laws
